2026 - Call for Art: Small Works, Big Ideas -Think Small. Dream Big

2026 - Call for Art: Small Works, Big Ideas -Think Small. Dream Big

Create powerful art in a compact format. We're celebrating artists who make magic in smaller sizes - perfect for emerging artists, tight studios, and collectors hunting for that perfect gift. The Concept, YOUR best ideas don't need huge canvases. A 5x7 painting can hit hard. A tiny sculpture can change how someone sees the world. A small print can make someone cry. 

This is YOUR exhibition.

Quick Details:

 Exhibition: September 3-28, 2026

 Submission Deadline: August 20, 2026

 Opening Reception: September 3rd 5:30-8pm - Free

 Entry Fee: $29

 Pieces Per Artist: 3

 Max Size: 16" on largest side (height or width)

 Commission: 65/35 (you keep 65%)

What We Accept:

 Painting

 Drawing

 Photography

 Printmaking

 Digital Art

 Mixed Media

 Sculpture

 Ceramics

 Textiles & Fiber Art

 Jewelry(as long as it can hang on wall)

 Collage

 Any combo

All styles. All subjects. Any experience level.

Why Enter?

 Get your work in a real gallery

 Easy for collectors to buy & gift

 Meet other artists

 Build your portfolio

 Sell your workPerfect For…

 Emerging artists building experience

 Artists with small studios

 Beginners trying something new

 Anyone who wants to exhibit

No experience required. No gatekeeping. Just make something you love.

Note: All artists who submit to this show will be accepted and have at least one of their submitted works posted and promoted on our website.  A select number of artists possibly will be selected to send their work to the gallery for the in-person exhibition at our brick and mortar gallery in Laguna Beach, California. 

*Submission Guidelines:**

- **No Online Fee**: There are no fees for your artwork for the online exhibition.

- **Wall Fee for In-Person Exhibition**: If chosen for the gallery exhibition: $30 per piece. Max Size: 16" on largest side (height or width).

***If selected for an in-gallery exhibition but prefer online-only participation, you can opt out to avoid wall rent and shipping fees, this switch entails no additional costs.